I had my surgery on Tuesday also. I got home last night. I'm pretty sore, not hungry at all, that's for sure. the pain meds help, but man, they leave me pretty dopey feeling. Anyhow, congrats, glad we're both on the other side now!

Hi Sarah, Hearing from some of the veterans of this surgery, the "head hunger" is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome. I had my biggest challenge last night when I had to prepare dinner for my two girls for the first time since the surgery. I was dying to pop a piece of the meat into my mouth. But I knew two things. 1. If I did I was going to be sick. 2. I really was not hungry. So I threw the plates on the table and went outside for a couple of minutes. It took physical energy to resist the temptation. I was actually worn out... and last night, at bed time, I was as tired as I have been since getting home. The only experience I have to relate this to is quitting smoking (1988). The first couple of weeks were really tough. But then, slowly, it got easier...until...at about 6 months out, the cravings came back with vengence. The good thing was, by that time I fall back on the pride of not smoking for so long...that I was able to push through it. I have a feeling this will be the same. As for your night time troubles. This is not meant to be sarcastic...but why not just go to bed? I am sure you could use the rest (especially right now). Another option, and this assumes a safe neighborhood, you could go for a short walk, or step out side and look at the stars (sorry, I am an astronomer). Diversion seems to be the best thing for me. Try to get away from the habits you followed (like watching TV or reading) that triggered those feelings. Good luck....this part is hard...but you (we) have a wonderful tool to help remind us not to follow those bad feelings. Dave

Glad you're doing so well Sherry!! Good luck with the healing and hang in, the next week is a really rough ride emotionally... but I think you'll do well with it, just remember we're here for you!

Hello to all I am six months out from surgery and have lost 97 pounds since starting optifast. This is sure quit the journey. I am still losing hair(started at 4 mts), hopefully that stops soon. I had some vomiting issues in the beginning...haven't puked in a few weeks. the eating is getting better. Don't really like protien shakes but drink one here and there. Shopping is fun now, takes awhile to sink in that there are other places to shop besides the big ladies section or Penningtions. Getting more looks and attention from the opposite sex is nice and weird at the same time. Seeing the slimmer reflection in store mirros is awesome. The only big problem I had was the puking, the surgery itself went fine and after the first couple of weeks things get better. I have more energy, the joints still hurt but not as bad as before wls. At 6 mts out I am happy I did this. Thank you Dr.Starr Good Luck to all new members and thanks to the older members for the infomation on this site....Shirley

That is awesome Sherry!!!! Congratulations on being a big loser!!! I have ten hours till my surgery!! Can't wait to check in soon. I"m so glad to hear you are doing well! Rita